March 19: PTO Planning Meeting

Join us for our PTO planning meeting this Thursday, March 19, from 5:00-7:30pm in the library. We will provide drinks and Tazikis, so come hungry.   We will have regular updates for upcoming events etc. during the first part, and will dig into planning for next year during the second half of the meeting. Below is an outline …

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April 1: International Night

Join us on Wednesday, April 1 from 5:00 – 6:00 PM in the back parking lot of the school, for Sylvan Park’s 5th Annual International Night. It’s a meaningful chance for students, families, and staff to share the cultures and traditions that define our school family and strengthen our community. Check out the lineup of …

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March 6 @ 8:15am: Book Parade!

Reading Week culminates with Friday’s Book Parade at 8:15 AM and families are welcome to attend! On this day, everyone comes to school with their favorite book in hand to parade around outside on the track path. And everyone is also encouraged to come dressed as a character of the book they are carrying. It’s …

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April 10: Parent Social & Auction – ON SALE NOW

It’s Disco Time! Help us celebrate our 70’s era! You’re invited to our annual Parent Social & Auction on April 10! Join your fellow parents, teachers, and staff to eat, drink, and bid on items at the silent auction. Why 70’s era? Because Sylvan Park Elementary is in our 70’s era! TCAP results are in, …

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February 24 – March 4: Sock Drive

This quarter, our school-wide Paideia Project includes a service component. We are collecting new socks and donating them to Oasis and Unicycle. Oasis is in need of M, L, and XL adult socks and Unicycle welcomes socks for children of all sizes. The collection will take place 2/24-3/4. Drop off bins will be located in …

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Seeking Donations for Auction

We need your help! We are in need of items for the silent auction, which will be held on April 10, 2026. We’re looking for restaurant gift cards, vacation homes, staycations, photography sessions, big items, small items, anything you can think to contribute! In appreciation of your generosity, the school may advertise your business on …

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February 12: Diversity Night (Adult Education)

Diversity Night is an annual adult education seminar hosted by the PTO, where parents/caregivers, neighbors, and educators, are invited to discussions around diversity and inclusion. This year’s topic is “Discussing Race with our Children” and will include a presentation, followed by a discussion/Q&A session, with an equity-minded therapist. WHO: Adults in our neighborhood and school …

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February 16: School in Session!

Monday, February 16, will now be a regular day of instruction for students. This date was previously designated as a professional development day for teachers and staff, but students will report to school as usual on this day.

February 18: Soccer Tryouts for 4th & 5th Graders

Calling all 4th-5th grade SPE Panther soccer players! Tryouts for the Sylvan Park teams will be on February 18th from 3:15-4:30p. Email katherine.sartor@mnps.org if your child is interested in trying out this season! ONLY 15 students can play for the team. All students MUST have a physical on file and a signed parent consent form …

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February 20: Let’s Goetz Together

Curious about all of the great things going on at Sylvan Park Elementary? Let’s Goet(z) together on Friday, February 20th from 8:15a-8:45a in the library to talk about it! During this informal “coffee with the principal” session, Principal Goetz will give a brief school update and then open the floor for any questions you may …

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Teacher of the Year – Kelly Bulbulkaya

Congratulations to our Teacher of the Year, Kelly Bulbulkaya! Ms. Bulbulkaya has served the past 3 years as the librarian at Sylvan Park Elementary, and in MNPS for 12 years. She started in education as an elementary classroom teacher in 1990, working in Georgia and Virginia before coming to Nashville. Kelly feels that being a …

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MNPS: Important Update

MNPS Families and Staff, We are writing to share an important update regarding school start and end times. At its recent meeting, the Metro Nashville Board of Education approved a balanced adjustment to school start and end times starting in the fall for the 2026-27 school year after months of community engagement and a detailed …

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